The White House defended its handling of visa restrictions for Iran's national football team during the World Cup, stating the team's choice to base in Tijuana, Mexico, was mutually beneficial. Despite Iranian complaints, officials cited logistical parity and security concerns, including preventing IRGC members from entering.
The White House defended its handling of visa restrictions for Iran's national football team during the World Cup, stating the team's choice to base in Tijuana, Mexico, rather than Arizona, was mutually beneficial. Officials cited logistical ease and security concerns, including preventing IRGC members from entering.
Belgium eliminated the United States from the FIFA World Cup with a 4-1 victory in the round of 16. Charles De Ketelaere scored twice for Belgium. The result drew a celebratory response from the Iran Football Federation, who saw it as a political victory.
Iran's football federation has accused a senior US official of "lies" and "mistreatment" after he celebrated their World Cup exit. The federation stated that Iranians are "used to" such remarks and that US officials lack commitment to international law.
Dopo lo 0-0 con il Belgio, la nazionale iraniana ha salutato la comunità iraniana di Los Angeles allo stadio SoFi, raccogliendo applausi nonostante le proteste contro il regime.
Iran's football federation (FFIRI) has called US claims of an individual with IRGC ties attempting to join the national team's flight to the US 'fabricated and entirely baseless allegations.' FFIRI president Mehdi Taj condemned the remarks by US Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin.
Iran's soccer federation is lodging a formal complaint with FIFA against US travel restrictions imposed on its World Cup team. The US maintains the restrictions, citing security concerns, while Iran calls itself the 'most oppressed team'.
Iran's football federation will complain to FIFA, alleging travel restrictions imposed by World Cup organizers. Iran's team was denied permission to travel from Mexico to Los Angeles two days before their match against Belgium, hindering their preparation.
Iran's national football team faces strict US entry rules, allowed in only one day before matches and leaving immediately after, despite a recent peace framework deal. The Iranian federation plans to file a complaint with FIFA, citing unfair conditions.
Iran's national football team was instructed to leave the United States immediately after a 2-2 draw against New Zealand, frustrating coach Amir Ghalenoei and captain Mehdi Taremi. The team was expected to stay overnight for recovery but had to return to their base in Tijuana, Mexico, with Ghalenoei citing "oppressed" preparations and Taremi calling the situation a "disaster."
Iran's national football team was instructed to leave the United States immediately after a 2-2 draw against New Zealand, causing frustration among players and staff. Coach Amir Ghalenoei expressed confusion and distress over the sudden travel change, citing the importance of recovery and suggesting external decision-making.
Iran's national football team, including captain Mehdi Taremi and coach Amir Ghalenoei, criticized FIFA and hinted at US government resentment after being forced to leave Los Angeles immediately after their World Cup draw. The team cited logistical challenges, visa issues, and inadequate recovery time.
Iran's World Cup participation in the US is marked by political tension, with Iranian-American protesters in Los Angeles opposing the team's association with the Islamic Republic, symbolized by the post-revolution flag and anthem.
Iran's football players have received US visas for the 2026 World Cup, but senior officials remain pending clearance, complicating team travel plans amid heightened US-Iran tensions.
The Iranian Football Federation moved the national team's World Cup camp from Arizona to Tijuana, Mexico, due to US-Iran political tensions. Visa procedures for the US are ongoing, with the US stating it will scrutinize accompanying personnel.
The Iranian national football team will travel from Antalya, Turkey, to Tijuana, Mexico, on Saturday, June 6th, arriving early Sunday, June 7th. They are awaiting US visas for the 2026 World Cup group stage matches.
Iran's national football team has moved its World Cup training base from the United States to Mexico due to security concerns and potential visa issues, according to federation president Mehdi Taj. FIFA has yet to confirm the move.
Iran's football team has left for a training camp in Turkey without US visas for players and staff. The foreign ministry calls it a violation, while FIFA pledges support. Sardar Azmoun is dropped for political stances. World Cup matches are scheduled in the US.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Iran’s footballers will be welcome at this year’s World Cup, distancing the US from a proposal that Italy could take Iran’s place. Rubio denied Washington had asked Iran not to attend, but warned some delegation members with ties to the IRGC may be barred. The proposal from US special envoy Paolo Zampolli was dismissed by Italy.
